Part Time Sales Associate

Nadeau; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Nadeau in Asheville is seeking a Part-Time Sales Associate to provide a welcoming, knowledgeable shopping experience and help customers find furniture and décor that fit their space.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in retail or furniture sales, strong communication, and a knack for creating positive connections; weekend availability and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in retail, furniture, or home décor.
• Strong sales ability with a customer-focused approach.
• Knowledge of furniture and interior design.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to lift 50+ lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide a welcoming, knowledgeable, and engaging experience for every customer
• Help identify furniture and décor that fit needs, style, and space
• Actively drive sales and contribute toward store goals

Skills

Customer engagement

Sales mindset

Communication skills

Interior design interest

Social media content

Reliability

Job description

Description

Furniture is essential to everyday life, but at Nadeau, we believe it can be so much more. Our furniture comes with a soul! Our mission is to create a unique and soulful experience for our customers through one-of-a-kind pieces, personal connections, and exceptional service.

We are looking for an engaging and sales-driven Part-Time Sales Associate to join our Asheville team. The ideal candidate has a natural ability to connect with customers, a strong interest in furniture and interior design, and the confidence to help customers find pieces that work beautifully within their homes and spaces.

This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys selling, understands how furniture and décor work together, communicates well, and isn't afraid to take initiative. Experience with social media, photography, styling, or creating content is also a plus.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Provide a welcoming, knowledgeable, and engaging experience for every customer
• Build relationships with customers and help identify furniture and décor that fit their needs, style, and space
• Actively drive sales and contribute toward store sales goals

Requirements

Experience & Qualifications

• 1–2 years of retail, furniture, home décor, interior design, or sales experience preferred
• Strong sales ability with a customer-focused approach
• Knowledge of or genuine interest in furniture, home décor, and interior design
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable engaging customers, asking questions, and recommending products based on their needs
• Professional, dependable, and able to follow direction while also taking initiative
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced retail environment
• Basic computer and math skills
• Social media/content creation experience is a plus, including styling merchandise, photography, basic photo editing, or creating social content
• Must have reliable transportation
• Weekend availability is required; schedule flexibility is preferred
• Must be willing and able to regularly lift and move furniture weighing 50+ lbs, with assistance when appropriate